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Here is another success story from one of our valued Sunshine Coast Karate members.  Rob has made an impressive start to his training.  Not only does Rob take part in classes regularly he also works at his home dojo to further develop his technique.   At Sunshine Coast Karate there are fewer adults than children training yet those adults that are training are inspirational.  No matter what they just keep on going and stepping up to new challenges to ensure they reach greater heights

Anyway here are a few words from Rob on his experiences so far at Sunshine Coast Karate.

“I took up martial art because I was looking for an activity that not just exercises my body but also my mind. I want to maintain my physical fitness but running and cycling became too mono tone for me.  I thought about working out at a gym but again this would leave the mental side of things alone.

My job is stressful at times and very often I have taken work home with me. During exercising I have been thinking about work on many occasions and therefore did not get the full benefit out of the exercise. I wanted to find an activity which would require my full attention to take me away from the day to day stresses of life.

The offer of trial sessions was a great opportunity to see and feel wether martial art was the type of recreational activity I wanted to participate in. I received a friendly and inviting welcome not only from the staff but also from other participants. I felt that Sunshine Coast Karate is operating in a very positive environment. Smiling faces everywhere.

I believe that martial art has changed my personality since I am happier in life in general.  Even though my job is not monotonous at all I have become frustrated and negative and somehow disappointed with humanity through the things that I have seen in my occupation.

The focus required during training takes me away for the time of the session but the experience as a whole and the motivation for progression remains inside me for hours and days until the next time.  Even though I am a shift worker and my sleep patterns are somehow disturbed, since I have started martial arts the quality of my sleep has improved. In general I am a happier person and have a more positive outlook compared with my past.

I really enjoy the environment here at the Maroochydore dojo. The members of training team are very approachable and helpful all the time. People arrive with all sorts of facial expressions but everyone leaves with a smile on their faces. Personal goals and wishes are accommodated and all age groups are thought of. The training times really suit me as I am a shift worker. The location is close from where I live but there is easy access from all directions. The instructors really know what they are talking and teaching about, they have been doing Karate at a high level and standard for a while.

Training at Maroochydore is fun, energetic, motivating. It is a great workout and a positive environment to be in!  My physical fitness, balance and flexibility have improved. I am a happier person with a fun focus in mind that is in balance with my working life.”

Thank you to Rob for taking the time to share his personal experiences at Sunshine Coast Karate.  We are very fortunate that many of our students are open to share their experiences in order to help others who are just starting out in their martial arts studies at Sunshine Coast Karate.

If you can relate to Rob’s message and are experiencing similar circumstances please feel free to contact the team at Sunshine Coast Karate to see what we may be able to do for you and your family.

To help you make sure that our timetable suits you please refer to the following link which will help you match up suitable times Sunshine Coast Karate Training Times Once you have matched up a time please contact us via the following link to commence your free trial.  Book Your Free Trial Today >>

We do also appreciate that starting out in a new activity as an adult can be a little uncomfortable so we do offer a private lesson package which may help you enjoy the many benefits of martial arts without being in a class environment.  To learn more about the Sunshine Coast Karate Private Lesson Package please contact Sandra & Martin on (07) 5448 5274 or email:  info@karate4life.com.au

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Here is another success story from one of our valued Sunshine Coast Karate members.  Kimberley has picked up her training program at Sunshine Coast Karate and ‘run’.  In a very short amount of time Kimberley has progressed quite quickly through the beginner levels of Chito-Ryu Karate at Sunshine Coast Karate and continues to inspire many of us to push ourselves that bit more and to see what we can really get out of ourselves.

“I started martial arts training at the Maroochydore dojo about 4 weeks ago and have really enjoyed every moment of it. I have always been an active person but have found myself doing mostly solitary fitness until now. I found that some days running alone or cycling became a chore and I began to feel the need for a more social sport with more challenges. My partner had been a member at this dojo for a few months and suggested I come for a few trial sessions to see if it was for me. I was immediately impressed by the friendly warm welcome I received and was further enthused by the level of discipline, respect and professionalism displayed not only by the teachers but by each of the students.

I feel very comfortable when training at the Maroochydore dojo. It is very interactive and all participants are treated equally with respect. The training sessions cater for all levels at once so you can see at hand the standard that is required for each grade. It seems that everyone is willing to help guide and encourage each others progress.

My fitness has already improved by a mile. In my previous exercise regime of running, swimming, hiking and cycling I found that my body was well conditioned for those sports in particular but there were certain areas that I just wasn’t working on such as flexibility and anaerobic fitness. Karate seems to challenge every aspect of fitness completely. I have always been reasonably inflexible which I believe has been a contributing factor to a chronic pain problem in my lower back. Since starting karate I have become more relaxed and flexible in certain areas which have helped with my back problems.

Above all else, my mind is clearer and I generally feel more peaceful and mentally intact since being introduced to karate at this dojo. Whilst I am training I am focusing on just that, which allows me to take my mind off my sometimes stressful job. I have been taught that the important mental components of karate such as focus, determination, relaxation, reflection and confidence can all be applied to everyday life and make a big difference to how I approach life’s challenges. Since my partner Rob started karate I have noticed a huge positive change in his demeanour. In the past his job left him stressed and sometimes unhappy but now he has another focus and is much happier and has a more positive outlook. Karate also gives us a chance to spend more time together (which is usually hard because we are both shift workers) and we both have a lot of fun whilst training together.

Overall, I am very happy that I made the choice to be a part of this dojo. In the 4 weeks that I have been involved I have already noticed a big improvement in my fitness, my mind and my personal relationships.

Thanks to everyone at the dojo!”

Thank you to Kimberley for taking the time to share her experiences at Sunshine Coast Karate.

At Sunshine Coast Karate we are beginning new enrolments for 2010 as of Monday 11th January 2010.  Be sure to check the Sunshine Coast Karate Training Times to match up suitable times for you and your family.  Once you have established suitable training times please contact us so that we can walk you through our Free introductory Trial.
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Here is another success story from one of our valued Sunshine Coast Karate families.  Not only has little Zoe demonstrated massive growth in her martial arts ability she always brings great energy jam packed with smiles which truly inspire us to continue to be the best we can be as her instructors.

“Martial arts was recommended to us to help our daughter deveolp self-discipline and respect for others. We looked around at a few other martial arts centres before we found an ad for Sunshine Coast Karate. After talking with Martin Phillips, we decided to let our daughter go and see how she went. The dojo was excellent, with wonderful staff and facilities. Martin and Sandra knew exactly what it was we hoped to achieve for our daughter, and they have helped us in any way they possibly can.

Since starting at Sunshine Coast Karate we have noticed some big, encouraging changes in our daughter. She is able to focus and concentrate 100% in training. She is motivated and always excited to go to karate. Our home life has become much more relaxed, as our daughter comes home from karate level-headed and co-operative. She is always practising her moves and her self-esteem is sky rocketing. Our whole family has fallen in love with Martin and Sandra and the miracle of karate.”   ~ Andrea Grima

Thank you to Andrea Grima for taking the time to share her experiences at Sunshine Coast Karate.

At Sunshine Coast Karate we are beginning new enrolments for 2010 as of Monday 11th January 2010.  Be sure to check the Sunshine Coast Karate Training Times to match up suitable times for you and your family.  Once you have established suitable training times please contact us so that we can walk you through our Free introductory Trial.
Book In For Free Trial Today > >